: tending to soothe
also
: having a sedative effect
soothing syrup
soothingly
adverb
soothingness
noun
Examples of soothing in a Sentence
The music had a soothing effect on the baby.
the soothing music eventually put the entire yoga class in the proper mood
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Designed with wellness in mind, the center’s architecture and amenities, such as natural lighting and soothing environments, aim to support both medical and emotional health.
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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2025
The five blades are cloaked in aloe soap for a close, soothing shave, and the handle comes with a magnetic mount that fends off icky rust and sticks to the shower wall for easy access.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 9 Oct. 2025
The best Korean face washes typically focus on soothing, gentle ingredients, removing surface oils and impurities while melting away makeup and SPF.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
If that’s you, rosemary oil might be a safer addition to your routine; it’s also linked to certain hair-growth benefits, and its composition is more soothing.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2025
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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2025
The five blades are cloaked in aloe soap for a close, soothing shave, and the handle comes with a magnetic mount that fends off icky rust and sticks to the shower wall for easy access.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 9 Oct. 2025
The best Korean face washes typically focus on soothing, gentle ingredients, removing surface oils and impurities while melting away makeup and SPF.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
If that’s you, rosemary oil might be a safer addition to your routine; it’s also linked to certain hair-growth benefits, and its composition is more soothing.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for soothing
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“Soothing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soothing. Accessed 11 Oct. 2025.
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